Raynaud’s phenomenon

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Circulatory system

Raynaud's phenomenon

Systemic lupus erythematosus

Medications to relax the walls of the blood vessels may be prescribed. Treatment of the underlying condition is important.

Avoid exposure to the cold, and when cold cannot be avoided, dress warmly. If you smoke, stop smoking, as it further constricts the blood vessels.

The outcome varies depending on the cause and the severity of the phenomenon.

• Ulceration of the affected part
• Gangrene of the affected part
• Deformities of the fingers and fingernails or toes and toenails

Call your health care provider if you have a history of Raynaud's phenomenon and the affected body part (arm, hand, leg, foot, or other part) develops an infection or ulceration.

Review Date: 04/20/2005
Reviewed By: Stanford Peng, M.D., Ph.D., Division of Rheumatology, Washington University School of Medicine, St. Louis, MO. Review provided by VeriMed Healthcare Network.